Getting Around

Once you’re here, you have a host of different public transportation options including Metro, Zip Car, AU Shuttle, and DC Circulator. Amtrak, MARC (MD commuters), and VRE (VA Commuters) serve commuters and travelers in and around the DC area.

Relocating Resources

If you are relocating to work at American University, we have partners who can assist you with this transition. We offer a Relocation Policy to assist some faculty and staff hires with their expenses. For more information, please contact your hiring department.

Where to Live

According to a recent Kojo Nnamdi radio show, the DC metro is a city of distinct neighborhoods. Not sure where to go? Where to live? Check out these resource pages for DC and surrounding area neighborhoods: